The Jewish Wardrobe: From the Collection of The Israel Museum, Jerusalem

The fashion, history, and development of Jewish dress tells a story that spans the globe and crosses many cultures. In this colorful volume, Jewish communities – particularly those established for centuries in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa – are revealed through their garments.

Stunning photographs spin tales of family traditions and religious devotion, with a special section dedicated to jewelry worn by brides and grooms. Superb photographs of specific garments, with many close-up details, are juxtaposed with rare contextual photographs from The Israel Museum’s archives to create a tapestry of a people revealed through textiles, costume, and images.

More than 350 revelatory illustrations tell us how these precious articles of dress were originally worn.

The Jewish Wardrobe: From the Collection of The Israel Museum, Jerusalem